Caregiver at Merakey Education Autism Services

Redding, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Apr, 26

Salary

17.5

Posted On

03 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Personal Care, Activities Of Daily Living, Grooming, Bathing, Light Housekeeping, Meal Preparation, Transportation, Companionship, Ambulation, Transferring, Range Of Motion Exercises, Safety Awareness, Empathy, Reliability, Teamwork, Communication

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Whether you’re just starting your career in caregiving, looking to switch to a rewarding new field, or simply wanting to advance your career, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, team-driven environment. At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking Caregivers to join our program in Redding, CA. As a Caregiver, you will assist with daily routines, personal care, and household tasks while promoting each resident’s independence and quality of life. This role is ideal for someone who is reliable, empathetic, and committed to making a positive impact in a home-based care setting. Job Functions: * Provide the personal care and support to clients who live in the home * Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, light housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation and companionship * Help with ambulation, transferring and range of motion exercises * Ensure a safe home environment with unobstructed pathways * Participate in activities that bring clients joy such as puzzles, games, reading and hobbies COMPENSATION: * Base Pay: $17.50 per hour BENEFITS: Merakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more! * DailyPay * Work/Life Balance * Flexible Schedules * Cell Phone Discount Plans * Employee Referral Bonuses * Tuition Reimbursement * Care.com Membership Click the following link for more information about our benefits: Our Benefits | Merakey Careers | Merakey (USA) [https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits] Life at Merakey: Caregiver/DSP Spotlight * Get an inside look at life as a Caregiver/DSP at Merakey through our DSP Spotlight Page [https://merakey.goodseeker.com/c/merakey/featured/join-our-team-as-a-dsp]. Hear directly from our team about what makes Merakey a place where you can grow, feel valued, and make a difference every day. About Merakey: Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. [https://youtu.be/MD3KtxmS7qo] Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply! Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: * Must be at least 18 years old Preferred Qualifications: * Experience with Activities of Daily Living (ADL's) preferred, especially personal hygiene, grooming, and bathing * Prior experience in a caregiving, personal care assistant, or home health aide role is a PLUS!

Responsibilities

As a caregiver, you will assist clients with daily routines, personal care, and household tasks while promoting their independence and quality of life. You will also participate in activities that bring joy to clients, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.